PHNX Arizona Diamondbacks Podcast

We are thankful to report that Cody Bellinger is going back to the Yankees and staying out of the NL West. More importantly, are the Diamondbacks getting closer to bringing Paul Goldschmidt home as his price continues to drop on the free agent market? We have more on his market cooling and if the Nolan Arenado trade made this a more attractive destination. We also give our thoughts on Geraldo Perd...

We know Mike Hazen said the Diamondbacks might not add to the bullpen, but what about a move for free agent Harrison Bader? We break down whether the Gold Glove outfielder is the right fit for Arizona and what kind of impact he could have on the roster. We’ve got the latest updates on other top free agents and where they stand as the offseason continues to SLOWLY move along. We also dive into the...

Diamondbacks GM Mike Hazen was once again forced to shut down Ketel Marte trade rumors after they were reignited by the Red Sox acquiring Ranger Suárez. While keeping Ketel is obviously a win, it could also signal that the D-backs are finished making moves this offseason. So what does that mean for their chances in 2026 with the roster as it’s currently constructed? And what happens if nobody step...

On this audio-only edition of PHNX D-backs After Dark, Derek and Damon have plenty to curse about after the Los Angeles Dodgers sign Kyle Tucker to a reported 4-year, $240 million deal. We break down why this move is infuriating for the other 29 fanbases, how it’s accelerating baseball straight toward an inevitable lockout, and unleash every analogy imaginable to explain just how broken the system...

The Dodgers have officially broken baseball again. Los Angeles has reportedly signed Kyle Tucker to a massive 4-year, $240 million contract, and we break down how the deal is structured and why it could all but guarantee an MLB lockout at the end of the season. Meanwhile, one of the other finalists for Tucker was the New York Mets, who have reportedly landed their own free agent superstar by signi...

Just when it felt like the Ketel Marte trade rumors were finally over, they’ve suddenly come roaring back, and the Boston Red Sox are the reason why. After adding ace Ranger Suárez to an already stacked rotation, the Red Sox are once again being linked to Marte, and we break down why they remain the *only* team with the prospect capital to realistically pull off a blockbuster deal with the Diamond...

Need some fire in your blood? We’ve got you covered. Diamondbacks pitcher Drey Jameson joins us in studio for an electric conversation about his road back from Tommy John surgery, which teammate is the toughest to strike out, and whether he sees himself stepping into the D-backs’ closer role in 2026. And of course we discuss his custom cleats and if there has been a pair that was too pretty to be...

The Arizona Diamondbacks have made one of their biggest moves of the offseason, acquiring eight-time All-Star and perennial Gold Glove winner Nolan Arenado in a blockbuster trade with the St. Louis Cardinals. We dive into the financial side of the trade, what Arizona is really paying for the veteran third baseman, and whether this move signals that the D-backs are gearing up for a serious 2026 pla...

The Diamondbacks made a move over the weekend, trading outfielder Jake McCarthy to the Colorado Rockies in exchange for right-handed pitcher Josh Grosz, Colorado’s No. 20 overall prospect. But does this deal signal that another move is imminent for Mike Hazen and the D-backs? We break down what free agents are still available, which direction Arizona should go to improve the roster, and what this...

The Arizona Diamondbacks made a surprise move Saturday morning, trading outfielder Jake McCarthy to the Colorado Rockies in exchange for the Rockies’ No. 20 overall prospect, right-handed pitcher Josh Grosz. We break down the return, Mike Hazen’s comments on the deal, and what this trade means for Arizona’s outfield plans heading into the 2026 season. Plus, we discuss why the NL West teams are so...

The breaking news we’ve been waiting for is finally here. Ken Rosenthal reports that the Arizona Diamondbacks have officially shut down trade talks involving Ketel Marte. We break down why the D-backs are keeping their All-Star second baseman in Arizona, Mike Hazen’s comments that no offer came close to being enough, and why at least one MLB insider still believes this doesn’t eliminate the Snakes...

As we count the days until Mike Hazen shuts down trade calls on Ketel Marte, Bob Nightengale reports that the Diamondbacks will not be able to add Alex Bregman without first moving their All-Star second baseman. We break down the financial reality behind the report, why it actually makes sense, and why we’re perfectly happy moving forward with Marte still in a D-backs uniform. We also dive into Th...

A seemingly harmless Instagram post from Zac Gallen showing off a new golf glove sent us spiraling into reckless speculation about a potential reunion between the Milk Man and the Arizona Diamondbacks. Is the idea completely ridiculous, or does it actually make sense for both sides? We also dive into the growing impact the conflict in Venezuela is having on baseball, and why several MLB teams are...

The Arizona Diamondbacks are once again lINEXPLICABLY inked to high-dollar free agent rumors. This time, the D-backs are one of the teams in on All-Star outfielder Kyle Tucker according to a report from Marc Feinsand. We break down why this move makes very little sense, whether Tucker is worth a massive contract, and what $400 million could buy if not spent on a single player. Plus, we dive into h...

The Diamondbacks have yet to make a move in 2026, and with pitchers and catchers just around the corner, the clock is ticking on which direction this team will take. We have the latest Arizona’s continued pursuit of All-Star third baseman Alex Bregman, despite the enormous contract he’s expected to command, and explore rumors connecting the Snakes to former Braves DH Marcell Ozuna after a tough 20...

According to a report from MLB.com, Diamondbacks GM Mike Hazen indicated that the team expects to put an end to the Ketel Marte trade rumors SHORTLY. But even if Arizona officially shuts the door on a deal, has the relationship between the All-Star second baseman and the organization already been strained? We explore the human side of the baseball business and what weeks of trade speculation can m...

The Arizona Diamondbacks were reportedly linked to a meeting with Japanese slugger Kazuma Okamoto, who has until the end of this week to sign with an MLB team. However, D-backs insider John Gambadoro quickly shut down the rumors, casting doubt on Arizona’s level of interest. We break down why we think the Snakes may be better off targeting Tatsuya Imai instead and what that pursuit could look like...

Alex Bregman continues to be linked to the Arizona Diamondbacks, but conflicting reports from the same local outlet have many questioning how real this interest actually is.  We discuss Bregman opting out of his deal with the Red Sox, the massive financial commitment required to add an elite third baseman, and why Ketel Marte remains central to any scenario in which Arizona lands Bregman. Is there...

There was no Pete Fairbanks under the Christmas tree for the Diamondbacks and their fans on Wednesday. Instead, Fairbanks has reportedly agreed to a one-year, $13 million deal with the Miami Marlins. With the last top closer off the market, where do the D-backs turn for bullpen help? We discuss how it is possible that they missed out on Fairbanks to the Marlins and if Seranthony Dominguez would fi...

It seems like every time a team in MLB makes a move, a new Ketel Marte trade rumor sprouts. We examine the newest connection to the New York Mets and discuss if the rumors make any sense, especially if it means moving Marte to the outfield. We also have more on a potential Diamondbacks reunion with Eugenio Suarez now that interest in the third baseman seems to have dwindled. Or should the D-backs...

It would appear there is one less team in the mix for a Ketel Marte trade after news broke that the Boston Red Sox have instead sent a package of prospects to the Cardinals in exchange for Willson Contreras. We discuss the move and how angry we would have been with the return St. Louis received. More importantly, does this mean the Tampa Bay Rays are now the lone suitor for a Marte trade? We also...

No matter how much we try, we cannot escape the Ketel Marte rumors. The Tampa Bay Rays have reportedly been making a significant push for a trade with the Diamondbacks for their All-Star second baseman, but we can’t really figure out why. We discuss the recent trades they’ve made and wonder how Marte would fit in. We also discuss Sean Newcomb possibly being a bullpen arm the D-backs could pursue i...

The Diamondbacks remain in the mix for All-Star third baseman Alex Bregman, but is there a scenario where Arizona can land Bregman without trading Ketel Marte? We break down the possibilities. Meanwhile, the relief pitching market just got tighter with Luke Weaver heading to the Mets and Brad Keller signing with the Phillies. Can the Snakes lock up Pete Fairbanks as the last top closer available?...

In a shocking twist, the Arizona Diamondbacks have ONCE AGAIN surfaced as a mystery team tied to one of the top free agents on the market. Multiple reports say the D-backs are in discussions with All-Star third baseman Alex Bregman, and we break down what this pursuit really means. From Bregman’s career resume to how Arizona could realistically make the finances work, we explore every angle, inclu...

As much as we want them to go away, the whispers about the Diamondbacks trading Ketel Marte continue to deafening. We break down Mark Feinsand’s report that the D-backs are “likely to trade” Marte, even though nothing new has emerged. Plus, hear from the newest Snake, Michael Soroka, on why he chose Arizona, his personal connection to the team, and how he’s adapted after multiple injuries. We also...